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Worth knowing about Baton Rouge Guitars

Where are Baton Rouge Guitars and ukuleles made?

Baton Rouge Guitars & Ukuleles are according to the specifications of Baton Rouge Guitars Germany in due consideration of fixed European manufacturing and social standards manufactured in China. All instruments undergo a strict quality control before shipment.

How originates the model name?

The first letters stand for the series, such as "AR" for Acoustic-Rouge series or "X" for Acoustic Strange series. The following first number indicates the material for back and sides, for example, is the 1 for mahogany (laminated). The next letter names the top wood, such as "C" for solid cedar or "S" for solid spruce. After the "slash" follows the body shape, such as "D" for Dreadnought, "A" for Auditorium etc. Subsequently comes some additional information such as "CE" for Cutaway Electronics or "12" for 12-string, "L" for Left Hand etc. Finally there’s a name added for the models of the Strange series that refers to the design, for example sun, blue moon, etc.

What pickup systems are used by Baton Rouge Guitars?

We currently use in acoustic guitars primarily Shadow Performer Pro Tuner systems, on all models 8 to 10 and 81 to 101 a MiSi Acoustic Trio VT is used. With Ukulele, it is currently the Shadow JW-1. For more informations about the pickup systems click here.

Provides an open-pore finish enough protection for a guitar?

In contrast to the high-gloss finish the pores of the wood are not filled during painting, so they only appear open. But the applied 3 coats of lacquer definitely offer adequate protection.

How do I maintain open pore / matt lacquered guitars / ukuleles?

You can clean the surface with a sightly moistened cloth and dry afterwards. Please never use commercially available cleaning agents or polishes, and avoid intense rubbing: matt varnish becomes unattractive shiny!

How do I care gloss lacquered guitars / ukuleles?

You can clean the surface with a microfiber cloth and commercially available, solvent-free cleaning agents.

How can I maintain the fingerboard my guitar / ukulele?

The fingerboard should be treated about once a year with an acid- and solvent-free fingerboard oil.